January 2026- date -.
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A-line to conventional radial artery? Or to the distal radial artery?
For indwelling arterial catheters (A-lines) in ICU patients, distal radial artery (dRA) had similar success and safety rates for puncture and placement compared to conventional radial artery (cRA). On the other hand, dRA had a lower arterial pressure waveform extinction during the management period.... -
Complication study of norepinephrine administration from a midline catheter: a single-center retrospective study
This is a report from a Swedish Intermediate medical care unit :IMCU, a unit that is not common in Japan, but temporary peripheral intravenous administration of norepinephrine (NE) in emergency situations is also suggested in the World Guidelines for Sepsis Care (SSCG). On the other hand, the midra... -
Subcutaneous nitroglycerin prevents pediatric radial artery occlusion: an RCT
In this issue, we present a randomized, double-blind trial of subcutaneous nitroglycerin for prevention of occlusion during radial artery line removal in infants. A simple intervention performed before puncture and extraction suggests improved peripheral perfusion and is worth considering as a candidate for standard procedure in the PICU and operating room.... -
Selection, Insertion, and Management of VADs in Cancer Patients: MAGIC-ONC
Happy New Year everyone! In this first article of the year, we would like to introduce ”MAGIC-ONC," a paper on the selection, insertion, and management of VADs in cancer patients. If you would like to read more, please subscribe to our mailing list or read the note. Subscribe to our mailing list...
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